Mohammad Rizwan Shaikh
Abu Dhabi,United Arab Emirates
Summary
Mechanical Seal & Rotating Equipment Specialist with 6+ years of experience in API 682/610 applications, mechanical seal design, retrofit projects, and field service for Oil & Gas clients including ADNOC. Proven expertise in troubleshooting, start-up support, and reliability improvement for pumps, compressors, and couplings. Skilled in technical sales, customer support, and project execution across remote and challenging environments. Strong track record of building customer relationships, leading multi-disciplinary teams, and delivering cost-effective solutions that enhance safety, uptime, and operational efficiency.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Technical Sales Engineer
Leak-proof Engineering (I) Pvt. Ltd
Abu Dhabi, UAE
02.2025 - Current
- Provide technical sales and on-site customer support for Oil & Gas clients, including ADNOC and major EPC contractors.
- Handle new projects and retrofit opportunities for mechanical seals and pumps, offering engineering solutions, seal selection, and retrofit recommendations.
- Prepare technical and commercial proposals, coordinating with design and service teams to meet client requirements.
- Build and maintain long-term customer relationships, expanding Leak-Proof’s presence in the Oil & Gas sector.
Technical Lead Engineer
Leak-proof Engineering (I) Pvt. Ltd
Abu Dhabi, UAE
07.2023 - 01.2025
- Lead field service operations and workshop repairs for rotary equipment, including mechanical seals and pumps, focusing on reducing downtime and improving reliability.
- Conduct root cause analysis, troubleshooting, and implement corrective actions to resolve mechanical failures and prevent recurrence.
- Supervise mechanical teams during major pump retrofit overhauls and double mechanical seal replacement projects.
- Manage onsite responsibilities: permit applications, risk assessments, method statements, lifting plans, and logistics coordination.
- Prepare detailed inspection and project progress reports for clients and senior management.
- Provide technical support to sales & marketing, including proposal development, manpower estimation, and tooling requirements.
- Train and mentor junior engineers and technicians on maintenance best practices and workshop procedures.
Lead Engineer (New Product Development)
Leak-proof Engineering (I) Pvt. Ltd.
Gujarat, India
01.2022 - 06.2023
- Implemented and monitored New Product Development (NPD), VA/VE projects, and Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for Dry Gas Seals, Wet Seals, and API 682 Standard Seals.
- Managed R&D project teams and process improvement initiatives.
- Developed business cases in collaboration with market teams and customers to evaluate market needs, competition, and costs.
- Created design concepts for new products and presented them to management for approval.
Product Development Engineer (R&D Department)
Leak-proof Engineering (I) Pvt. Ltd
Gujarat, India
07.2019 - 01.2022
- Designed and developed testing facilities for Dry Gas Seals, Wet Seals, and Aircraft Seals.
- Standardized component and GA drawing formats; automated modelling processes to enhance team efficiency.
- Conducted numerical, analytical (FEA/CFD), and experimental analyses of mechanical seals.
- Formulated methodologies for testing Dry Gas Seal groove patterns utilising ANSYS Fluent.
- Prepared engineering drawings and Bills of Materials, ensuring functional adequacy and feasibility.
- Executed experiments to analyse product performance and addressed technical issues.
Education
Bachelor's degree - Mechanical
University of Mumbai
Mumbai / India 06.2016 - 06.2019
Diploma - Mechanical
Maharashtra State Board of Technical Education
Mumbai / India 05.2013 - 06.2016
Skills
Technical Expertise:
- Mechanical Seals, & Systems – Design, Application, Troubleshooting
- Rotating Equipment: Pumps, Compressors, Turbines
- API 682 / 610 Compliance, Failure & Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
- Equipment Reliability Improvement & Start-up Support
Project & Field Service:
- On-site support in remote locations and interior Oil & Gas facilities
- Supervision of mechanical teams during pump retrofits and seal replacement projects
- Commissioning, Start-up, Shutdown & Refurbishment Assistance
- HSE Compliance, Permit Applications, Risk Assessment, Method Statements, and Lifting Plans
- Coordination of Manpower, Tooling, Raw Materials, and Logistics
Software & Tools:
- SolidWorks, Creo, Ansys, SAP, ERP Systems, Power BI, PDM/PLM
- Microsoft Office Suite
Standards & Compliance:
- API 682, API 692, API 610, ASME Y145, ISO 9001/14001/45001, ASTM, NACE
Languages
English
Fluent
Hindi
Fluent
Arabic
Beginner
Affiliations
- Advanced Mechanical Design Exploration
- Traveling
- Continuous Learning
Certification
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt – KPMG (2022)
- H2S Awareness & Escape Level II (Oil & Gas Safety)
- WMS & SAP Certified
- Design Patent Granted – Seal Test Rig (API 682 range)
- Utility Patent Filed – Triple Mechanical Seal for Sugar Industry (500 mm shaft)
- Developed High-Pressure (150 bar) & High-Speed (6000 rpm) BFP Seals
- Developed Dry Gas Seal Testing Facility
Timeline
Technical Sales Engineer
Leak-proof Engineering (I) Pvt. Ltd
02.2025 - Current
Technical Lead Engineer
Leak-proof Engineering (I) Pvt. Ltd
07.2023 - 01.2025
Lead Engineer (New Product Development)
Leak-proof Engineering (I) Pvt. Ltd.
01.2022 - 06.2023
Product Development Engineer (R&D Department)
Leak-proof Engineering (I) Pvt. Ltd
07.2019 - 01.2022
Bachelor's degree - Mechanical
University of Mumbai
06.2016 - 06.2019
Diploma - Mechanical
Maharashtra State Board of Technical Education
05.2013 - 06.2016